[Sphenochoanal polyp: report of two cases]

Rev Laryngol Otol Rhinol (Bord). 2004;125(2):133-6.
[Article in French]

Abstract

Objective: Report of 2 cases of sphenochoanal polyp.

Material and method: We present two cases of sphenochoanal polyp aged of 22 and 53. They were operated by endonasal endoscopic approach. They are still free of symptoms and no recurrence are observed after 13 and 56 months of follow-up.

Conclusion: The clinical, radiological and pathological features of the sphenochoanal polyp are reviewed. Different etiopathogenic hypothesis are discussed and particular the gastroesophageal reflux. The treatment is surgical.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Nasal Polyps / diagnostic imaging
  • Nasal Polyps / pathology
  • Nasal Polyps / surgery*
  • Sphenoid Sinus / diagnostic imaging
  • Sphenoid Sinus / pathology
  • Sphenoid Sinus / surgery*
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed
  • Treatment Outcome